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Two features of DBeaver that every database manager should know
Marco Fioretti takes a look at two important features of DBeaver, an open source universal database manager.
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How to remove product suggestions from Ubuntu Unity search results
Jack Wallen explains how to completely or selectively disable the online search results from the Ubuntu Unity Dash.
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Lucidor: A simple ebook reader for collaborative work
Calibre is one of the most popular ebook library managers, but Lucidor has some great features that shouldn't be overlooked. Marco Fioretti explains.
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Six must-have Ubuntu Unity tweaks
Out of the box, Ubuntu Unity is very efficient. However, you can use the Unity Tweak Tool to make it even better. Here's how.
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Bodhi Linux could easily become a desktop distribution contender
Find out why and how Jack Wallen thinks Bodhi Linux could become one of the most popular desktop distributions on the market.
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Tim O'Reilly on open data: Cheap may be open enough
Open source and open data. Is cheap and accessible an acceptable substitute for open data?
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Linux: The clear choice for security
According to the UK's Communications-Electronics Security Group (CESG), Linux is the clear choice when it comes to security.
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How to use clip art in your Gnuplot charts
Marco Fioretti explains how to use generic clip art to spice up your Gnuplot charts.
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How to manage bookmarks in Nautilus
There are a number of ways you can work with bookmarks in the Nautilus file manager, and Jack Wallen shows you them all.
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Seven reasons why you should try HotShots
Marco Fioretti offers seven solid reasons why you should try HotShots, an open-source screenshot tool.
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10 predictions for open source in 2014
Jack Wallen lists 10 reasons why he believes 2014 will be a banner year for Linux and open source.
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10 disappointments for open source in 2013
Jack Wallen highlights 10 of the most disappointing developments for open source in 2013.
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10 things the open source community got right in 2013
Jack Wallen highlights 10 wins for the open source community over the past year.
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Five reasons why the Ubuntu tablet could shock naysayers in 2014
Jack Wallen offers five good reasons why a tablet running Linux could really shock the naysayers in 2014.
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Fine-tune a System76 Leopard Extreme to meet your needs
Jack Wallen spent months considering how to replace his desktop workhorse, and he finally purchased a System76 Leopard Extreme. Find out how he fine-tuned the system to perfectly meet his needs.
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10 disappointments for open source in 2013
Jack Wallen highlights 10 of the most disappointing developments for open source in 2013.
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Linux advocate contemplates the purchase of a Mac
Linux is, always has been, and always will be Jack Wallen's platform of choice, but an iMac may very well be his next purchase. Find out why.
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Is it legal to sell GPL software?
Marco Fioretti answers a TechRepublic member's questions about charging fees for software that's made available under the GNU GPL License version 2 or 3.
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How the Chromebook succeeds beyond all other Linux distributions
The Chromebook has taken off. It's a Linux-based device that has one key thing in its favor. Jack Wallen explains what he thinks it is.
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Open your wallet and bring your buying power to open source
Find out why Jack Wallen finally bit the bullet and paid a premium price for a desktop machine with pre-installed Linux. He suggests that you also bring your buying power to open source.
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Best open source HRM and ERP solutions
There's a reason why enterprise companies "get" Linux and open source. It's not just because of the security and reliability -- it's for the software. Check out this list of best in breed tools for HR...
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Seven great features of OpenOffice and Libre Office that you probably ignore
Free office suite tools like OpenOffice and Libre Office have more advanced features than you might expect. Here are seven that go beyond the common tasks.
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Tim O'Reilly on open data: Cheap may be open enough
Open source and open data. Is cheap and accessible an acceptable substitute for open data?
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Fact sheet: LibreOffice 4.1
Here is a quick fact sheet about the changes and improvements you can see in LibreOffice 4.1.
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Lightworks video editor: Another missing piece for Linux
Lightworks has ported its video editing product to the Linux platform, and although it's still in beta, it shows some serious polish and potential.
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What if there were only one Linux distribution?
The hallmark of Linux is choice, but if there were only one distro would you still want to use it over the proprietary alternatives?
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Tweak Ubuntu Unity: Get a dock-style launcher and Unity Dash
One of the biggest criticisms of Ubuntu Unity is the inability to move the Launcher. After having an epiphany, Jack Wallen illustrates one way you can have the best of both worlds.
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Lucidor: A simple ebook reader for collaborative work
Calibre is one of the most popular ebook library managers, but Lucidor has some great features that shouldn't be overlooked. Marco Fioretti explains.
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Seven reasons why you should try HotShots
Marco Fioretti offers seven solid reasons why you should try HotShots, an open-source screenshot tool.
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Why and how to set up your own wiki with Dokuwiki
DokuWiki is a simple but versatile wiki. Find out how to install, configure, and begin using DokuWiki.